1984 Ford Granada vs. 1961 Steyr 500
To start off, 1984 Ford Granada is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Granada (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Granada weights approximately 820 kg more than 1961 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Granada (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Granada | 1961 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Ford | Steyr |
Model | Granada | 500 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 1850 mm |